The document discusses domestic violence statistics and stories of abuse. It provides an overview of the abuse cycle, with phases of abuse, guilt, normal behavior, fantasy and planning of further abuse. Statistics show that 1 in 4 women experience violence, 95% are victims, and there are deaths of 4 women and 3 children per day. Two stories are described, of Linda who was repeatedly hit by her partners and Caroline who survived violence but her child did not. Steps to prevent domestic violence include education, taking a stand, and encouraging communities to address the issue.